British Airways News

British Airways remains a key player in global aviation, recognized for its legacy, expansive network, and evolving approach to passenger experience and digital transformation. PhocusWire provides the latest British Airways news, highlighting the airline’s operational strategies, tech advancements, and industry partnerships.

British Airways flight updates, partnerships, and industry news

From transatlantic alliances and sustainability initiatives to fleet upgrades and customer service innovations, British Airways continues to evolve in response to competitive pressures and market demand. Our coverage explores how the airline is leveraging technology to improve traveler engagement, streamline operations, and expand its global footprint.

Travel Executive Crystal Balls Part 2: Barry Smith and Chris Carmichael
By Kevin May | December 29, 2009
To coincide with the mammoth Tnooz Predictions 2010 article, Tnooz asked people around the industry to gaze into their own crystal balls to forecast some of the key developments for the next 12 months.... Read More
Confirmed - Amadeus and British Airways sign full-content agreement
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Confirmed - Amadeus and British Airways sign full-content agreement
By Kevin May | December 21, 2009
As revealed on Tnooz two weeks ago - although heavily denied at the time - British Airways and Amadeus have reached agreement to extend their distribution deal until 2013. Press released today, Amadeus... Read More
British Airways strike - consumer panic sends web traffic soaring, rivals benefit
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British Airways strike - consumer panic sends web traffic soaring, rivals benefit
By Kevin May | December 15, 2009
Confirmation yesterday that cabin crew with British Airways will strike over the Christmas and New Year was met with a mixture of outrage and panic by passengers planning trips during the festive... Read More
British Airways website oversleeps by six hours
By Kevin May | December 11, 2009
Beleaguered UK carrier British Airways can add six-hours of lost online bookings and probably a heap of grumpy passengers looking for web check-in to its woes following a major website crash. The... Read More
British Airways and Amadeus close to signing new GDS agreement
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British Airways and Amadeus close to signing new GDS agreement
By Kevin May | December 8, 2009
Information is beginning to leak out that travel technology provider and global GDS Amadeus and British Airways are ready to sign a new multi-year, full-content deal. The Madrid-based firm will be the... Read More
London City-JFK service marks new technology drive for British Airways
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London City-JFK service marks new technology drive for British Airways
By Kevin May | September 30, 2009
British Airways will be hoping some of the features included in its new premium service from London City Airport to New York will deflect attention away from the negative press it has received in recent... Read More
It's been quite a year - but not for airline web traffic
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It's been quite a year - but not for airline web traffic
By Timothy O'Neil-Dunne | September 27, 2009
We are officially celebrating the one year anniversary of the GFC - Global Financial Crisis meltdown. I think by now much of the stories and speculation have been written. So let's look at some website... Read More
British Airways targets Mumbai for next MetroTwin
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British Airways targets Mumbai for next MetroTwin
By Kevin May | September 25, 2009
British Airways is remaining tight-lipped for the time being but it seems the idea of creating online social networks for business and frequent travellers is catching on at its Waterside HQ in West... Read More